Legislation

The "Putting an N to Learing about Fraud Act" aims to combat fraud across federal programs by strengthening oversight and recovery mechanisms. It mandates attendance-based billing for child care services and establishes new federal audit requirements for providers. Furthermore, the bill requires prompt notification and auditing of significant payment spikes in Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, and ACA exchange plans. Finally, it directs federal agencies to improve guidance and reporting on the recovery of all improper payments.

The Prior Authorization Relief Act aims to streamline and standardize prior authorization requirements within Medicare Advantage plans. It mandates an audit to identify high-cost items, services, and drugs with excessive authorization steps. Based on the findings, the bill requires the standardization of these prior authorization processes across all Medicare Advantage plans, with certain exemptions for providers in two-sided financial risk models.

This bill establishes new administrative requirements that individuals must follow before filing a private lawsuit over alleged ADA violations on a business's public-facing website or mobile app. It mandates that complainants first notify the business owner and allow 180 days for compliance before escalating the issue to the Department of Justice. Lawsuits can only proceed after the Attorney General investigates or after a set period of administrative review has concluded.

The United States-Cuba Trade Act of 2026 comprehensively repeals major U.S. sanctions laws against Cuba, effectively normalizing trade relations. This legislation removes restrictions on travel, exports, and financial remittances between the two nations. It also establishes a framework for the President to negotiate property claims and human rights protections with the Cuban government. The Act aims to promote democratic change in Cuba through the extension of nondiscriminatory trade treatment.

The Reentry Resource Guide Act of 2026 establishes a pilot program to support individuals returning to their communities after incarceration. This program provides grants to states to develop comprehensive, sortable, and downloadable digital resource guides. These guides must list essential services such as housing, employment, and health resources, and the Attorney General will report on the program's impact on successful reentry.

The Towing Safety Act aims to improve the efficiency of heavy-duty towing and recovery operations. It expands the conditions under which heavy-duty tow vehicles can operate on the Interstate Highway System without a special permit. Furthermore, the Act prohibits states from imposing certain length or combination restrictions on these tow trucks when transporting already disabled vehicles.

The Turn It Down Act extends the volume requirements of the CALM Act to commercial advertisements delivered with video programming over the internet. This legislation mandates the FCC to create regulations ensuring internet-delivered ads meet volume standards substantially similar to those for traditional television. The goal is to prevent sudden, loud advertisements for viewers watching content online.

The Stop Inhumane Conditions in ICE Detention Act of 2026 mandates minimum health, safety, and legal standards for all ICE detention facilities, prohibiting funding for non-compliant sites. It establishes rigorous, real-time health reporting systems and requires unannounced inspections with penalties, including contract termination, for facilities that fail to meet these standards. Furthermore, the bill creates anonymous complaint channels and mandates annual audits focusing on gender-related health protections.

The VA Bonus and Relocation Recovery Act grants the Department of Veterans Affairs the authority to recoup performance awards, bonuses, and relocation expenses from former employees under specific conditions. This amendment allows the VA to recover these payments if repayment orders are upheld by the Merit Systems Protection Board Director. If the former employee fails to repay within 180 days of the final decision, the amount may be recovered as a debt owed to the United States.

The Dietary Supplement Regulatory Uniformity Act establishes federal preemption over state regulations for dietary supplements, ensuring consistency with federal standards. This prevents states from enacting different or additional requirements than those set by the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. States may apply for exemptions if their requirements are more stringent or address a compelling local condition.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 1225 Kempsville Road in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The facility will now be known as the "Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building." This designation will be used in all future federal references to the building.

The After Hours Child Care Act establishes a new Child Care and Development Innovation Fund to improve access to care for parents working nontraditional hours. This fund supports a competitive pilot grant program managed by the Secretary of Health and Human Services. Grants will help eligible entities expand capacity, contract services, or establish new programs specifically serving families with irregular work schedules. The goal is to help these parents maintain employment and advance their careers.

The Save the Kurds Act mandates the designation of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham as a Foreign Terrorist Organization and imposes sweeping sanctions on the Syrian government, its officials, and international supporters. It also establishes a Congressional review process for any presidential attempt to remove Syria's state sponsor of terrorism designation. The legislation includes humanitarian exceptions but sets strict prohibitions on U.S. financial and commercial engagement with Syria for five years.

This bill establishes a two-year demonstration project for the VA to test covering FDA-cleared, over-the-counter hearing aids for eligible veterans with mild-to-moderate hearing loss. The project will compare the effectiveness and fiscal impact of these devices against traditional prescription hearing aids. Additionally, the Comptroller General is required to study the broader landscape of hearing aid benefits for veterans with mild-to-moderate hearing loss and provide recommendations to Congress.

This bill, the Prohibit Partisan Park Passes Act, amends existing law to regulate the imagery used on the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass. Specifically, it prohibits the use of any image featuring a living current or former elected official or any other living political figure on the pass.

The MORE WATER Act focuses on strengthening water security across communities by significantly enhancing federal support for water recycling, conveyance improvements, and environmental restoration projects. It reauthorizes and increases funding for large-scale water reuse programs and establishes a new grant program for modernizing western water infrastructure. Furthermore, the bill creates a process to deauthorize inactive Bureau of Reclamation projects to prioritize active water resource development.

This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a feasibility study on installing a selective water withdrawal system at Glen Canyon Dam. The system aims to improve hydropower generation by managing cold water releases and preventing the spread of invasive species. If feasible and agreed upon by power contractors, the Secretary may proceed with construction.

The AV Safety Data Act establishes new, detailed monthly reporting requirements for manufacturers and operators of vehicles equipped with autonomous driving systems or advanced driver assistance systems. This legislation mandates that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) collect comprehensive data on vehicle operations, crashes involving vulnerable road users, and "unplanned stoppage events." NHTSA is required to make this submitted data publicly available in a machine-readable format.

The PBM Reporting Transparency Act mandates the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) to analyze and report to Congress on agreements between Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) and Medicare Part D and MAPD plans. These reports will detail trends, patterns, and the impact of these agreements on enrollee costs and pharmacy reimbursement. The legislation requires both an initial and a subsequent final report to track changes over time.

This Act establishes federal support for the National Law Enforcement Museum and Memorial to enhance public understanding and appreciation of law enforcement. It authorizes a seven-year grant program to fund the Museum's community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness initiatives. The bill aims to foster better relationships between law enforcement and the public while honoring fallen officers.